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Formal Banquettes

April 11, 2011 by Allison 3 Comments

formal banquettes - formal built in upholstered corner banquette inspired by Wallace Nutting from Old House Interiors via AtticmagBuilt-in formal banquettes are an old-school stye to create an intimate dining or seating area

Jane and I rarely know what subject matter the other is working on, so imagine my surprise when I sneaked a peak at her draft a few weeks ago on Informal Banquettes.  I had been gathering examples of formal for awhile and recently scanned them onto my computer.  Great minds aside, these are more formal but equally beautiful.  This fancy corner banquette was inspired by Wallace Nutting, the well-known Colonial Revivalist furniture maker and photographer.  Its shapely upholstered back is sculpture-like in this old world setting.  Tucked in the corner, it gives off an afterthought vibe, though nothing could be further from the truth.  Great thought went into its design and details.

formal banquettes - limed oak upholstered built in corner banquette by designer Barry Dixon from Old House Interiors via AtticmagDesigner Barry Dixon created a corner dining space in the butler’s pantry of his home.  It is constructed of limed oak and resembles wooden church pews.  Fabric panels with nailhead trim and a small ledge shelf make this my favorite pick.

formal banquettes - built in upholstered banquette in an East Hampton home by Phoebe Howard - via AtticmagThis East Hampton home wins the award for banquette on overdrive. While I appreciate its sofa style, size and the comfort offered, it feels rather wasted when paired with two tiny tables.  I misplaced the source, so I don’t have the designers input but Jane T tells me it’s Phoebe Howard. Had a large custom table been used, I would imagine lovely conversations taking place but left wondering about the pain of those captured inside (the not being able to get up without interfering with everyone between them and freedom).  I’m sure there is a happy medium, as Goldilocks discovered.

formal banquettes - built in upholstered banquette kitchen seating with high back sofa - via AtticmagJane touched on window intrusion and problems created when the back is built well above the level of the sills.  While this kitchen is light, bright and seems to have enough natural lighting despite the high back, the blocked view brings to the surface an unnatural feeling.  While the oversized clam shell and pendant chandelier are to scale, the French os de mouton side chair feels vastly out of place.  Perhaps it was moved to the end for photographs, usually facing the built-in bench.

formal banquettes - built in upholstered banquette kitchen seating by Trove Interiors from Southern Accents via Atticmag A tuft curved version hugs a round table on casters.  As a freestanding piece, this banquette could be pulled away from the island or moved to another location, even another home. Although I’ve never thought to include a built-in banquette in our home, we always request a booth when we go out.  They are more intimate and certainly more comfortable.  Something to consider should we build again.  So whether you’re trying to make a small space more efficient or are taking advantage of a large area, with a little creativity and vision, custom built-in seating may be an area of design you want to explore.

(Sources: Old House Interiors, Phoebe Howard, Internet, Southern Accents)

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Filed Under: Decor Tagged With: Atticmag, Barry Dixon, breakfast room seating, built in banquettes, built in kitchen seating, exposed wood ceiling, formal banquettes, informal dining area, kitchen banquettes, limestone floor, Old House Interiors, Phoebe Howard, Southern Accents, Trove Interiors, upholstered booths, Wallace Nutting

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  1. laxsupermom says

    April 12, 2011 at 10:41 am

    Love that curved one! It looks so cozy, yet elegant at the same time. I always request a booth, too. Thanks for sharing.

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